Bodhi vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave, lion-hearted"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish French Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#141
Total SSA Count
2,547
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Leo, Lee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Bodhi Rank #303
Leon Rank #141

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #303 for Bodhi.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bodhi ___

  • Bodhi Bodhi James
  • Bodhi Bodhi River
  • Bodhi Bodhi Sage
  • Bodhi Bodhi Cole
  • Bodhi Bodhi Cruz

Leon ___

  • Leon James
  • Leon Alexander
  • Leon Nathaniel
  • Leon Michael
  • Leon Charles
  • Leon Andrew

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bodhi

Sage River Luna Zephyr Willow

If you choose Leon

Felix Otto Clara Mia Hugo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bodhi or Leon more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Bodhi at #303 in the United States.

What do Bodhi and Leon mean?

Leon means "brave, lion-hearted" (Latin origin).

Are Bodhi and Leon boy or girl names?

Bodhi is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.

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